1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1952 Austin A 30
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1952 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Austin A 30 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1952 Austin A 30 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 145 | A 30 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2030 mm |
